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What Can Be Black Spot On Gum In Child ?
Question: Hi! I was brushing my daughter mouth the other day, and I noticed a black spot in her back gum, should I worry?
Hello and thanks for your query.
It's not uncommon to have a bit of discoloration along the gumline. Most spots found on gums are not serious and result from natural skin pigments, tiny bruises, or hardened plaque. I would suggest you continue to encourage good oral hygiene with brushing and flossing regularly and monitoring the dark area you noticed.
I would have the dentist take a good look at it during her next appointment as well.
I hope this information is helpful for you and if you have any followup questions please feel free to ask.
Regards,
Dr. Robert Galamaga
It's not uncommon to have a bit of discoloration along the gumline. Most spots found on gums are not serious and result from natural skin pigments, tiny bruises, or hardened plaque. I would suggest you continue to encourage good oral hygiene with brushing and flossing regularly and monitoring the dark area you noticed.
I would have the dentist take a good look at it during her next appointment as well.
I hope this information is helpful for you and if you have any followup questions please feel free to ask.
Regards,
Dr. Robert Galamaga
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